The nurse is caring for a 16-year-old boy with a history of sexual abuse. The nurse might expect this adolescent to:
A) Experience nightmares and flashbacks
B) Have no ill effects due to his age
C) Reject his mother for not protecting him
D) Want to confront the perpetrator
A
Feedback: Nightmare and flashbacks are common in persons who were abused as children regardless of their current age. Answer B, C, and D are inappropriate responses.
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